Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
matutina
ID:
696306

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krapov.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 9: 81 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695639



Common Names

  • Gaya matutina
  • Matutina Gaya
  • Gaya Matutina


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Description

Gaya matutina (also called Morning Gaya, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the mountains of southern China. It has leathery, glossy green leaves and small, white, bell-shaped flowers. It prefers moist, acidic soil and can be found in mountain forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Gaya matutina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaya matutina is yellow and tubular with four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and long with a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaya matutina is a small evergreen shrub native to the Himalayas and other parts of Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Gaya matutina

Gaya matutina is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central and South America. It can be found in moist woodlands, bogs, and other wet areas.

Gaya matutina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaya matutina?

Gaya matutina

What is the common name of Gaya matutina?

Morning Gaya

What is the natural habitat of Gaya matutina?

Tropical Andes of Colombia

Species in the Gaya genus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References